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No.150 Glen Dhu Road, Molesworth. Picture: SUPPLIED
IT was one of the most viewed homes in the nation this week, capturing the imagination of thousands of property hunters — but be prepared for some hard work when snapping up this Apple Isle fixer upper.
In the first five days that it was on the market, it quickly approached 8000 views on realestate.com.au making, it Tasmania’s No 1 most viewed home of the week while also landing the home in the Top 10 nationwide.
No 150 Glen Dhu Road in Molesworth — about 15 minutes from New Norfolk or 30 from Hobart — is a modest home full of potential.
It’s certainly in need of some tender loving care.
150 Glen Dhu Road, Molesworth.
Petrusma Property sales manager and senior property consultant Tegan Rainbird said the property was “certainly rustic, with much TLC needed. Some see it as a complete renovation or a knockdown and start again project,” she said.
“However, it’s certainly the character and charm of this historic home that is attracting interest from people that want to restore the cottage to its former glory.”
Tegan said the property’s popularity since hitting the market had been huge.
“We have been inundated with interest and inspections over the last week,” she said.
“The current owners are selling reluctantly.
“They had hopes of restoring the cottage over time and are emotionally connected to the home.
“However, due to lifestyle changes they have decided to put the property on the market.”
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Affordable and ready for its next owner.
No 150 Glen Dhu Road was originally built in 1910.
This weatherboard property is set on 4141sq m of flat land with a pipeline easement running to a rivulet.
The remains of the property include original features like the tin and timber ceilings and fireplaces, which Tegan said would require extensive renovations.
The current 117sq m floorplan features a five-bedroom layout with a living room, covered verandas on two sides, a bathroom and a kitchen/dining area.
Outside, there is a 19sq m stable.
The property is priced at “Offers over $195,000”.
That affordable price range makes it the cheapest home in its suburb and it is the second-most affordable house in the Derwent Valley municipality.